
WELCOME TO
GREATER KYALAMI CONSERVANCY
Dedicated to Biodiversity in Kyalami
Located on the northern boundary of Johannesburg, this area is a vital green belt loved by outdoor enthusiasts and home to threatened wildlife.
The Conservancy advocates for sustainable environmental practices that give all a natural space to exist – be they human, animal or insect.

What We Do
Education

Programs, events and resources for environmental management
Biodiversity

Projects and species lists for biodiversity in the Kyalami area
Sustainable Development

Legislation, policy inputs and public participation
GEKCO in the Press
Massive SLAPP suit against environmentalists withdrawn
Gauteng property developers were suing environmentalists for alleged costs from delays to their projects caused by objections
GEKCO proposes to extend conservancy boundaries to protect clean water and air; and help threatened wildlife
GEKCO (the Greater Kyalami Conservancy) is putting forward a proposal to extend its boundaries. The aim is to help save and protect more of the unique and threatened ecosystem in the Kyalami...
Property developers slap Jo’burg environmentalist and conservancy with R197m lawsuit
Century Property Developments and Riversands Developments are suing Kristin Kallesen and her nonprofit, Greater Equestrian Kyalami Conservancy (Gecko), for the income they have allegedly lost...















